Rampant construction leaves Delhi choking on dust

Written By Zainab Ashraf

Delhi's air quality has become "very poor," largely due to dust from rampant and illegal construction across the city.

Key points:

  • The Problem: Construction rules are being widely ignored, with no measures to control dust at building sites.

  • The Cause: A construction boom is happening without proper oversight, making dust a major contributor to the city's pollution.

  • The Official Response: Authorities are not taking effective action, with few site inspections and a lack of enforcement against the rule-breakers.

In short, uncontrolled construction dust is a primary reason why Delhi's air is so polluted at the moment.

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Zainab Ashraf
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